No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont has been diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease aged 58.
Sharing the news in an Instagram video, the musician said his diagnosis comes after several years of symptoms and is “a struggle every day”.
“I went to my doctor, I went to a neurologist, and I did a whole bunch of tests. It’s been a struggle,” he said.
Watch the video above.
“It’s a struggle every day … The good news is, I can still play music, I can still play guitar. I’ve been doing really well.”
Dumont added that he’s been inspired by other people publicly sharing their health challenges on social media.
“I think it helps erase some of the stigma, and it raises awareness, obviously, and awareness is really important for prevention and for research.”
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The guitarist’s post has attracted plenty of supportive comments, including from his No Doubt bandmates and fellow music industry legends.
“Love you beyond words my friend. Can’t wait to get on stage with you again,” the band’s bassist Tony Kanal wrote, while drummer Gabrial McNair wrote, “My friend, bandmate, and hero……I love you brother.”
No Doubt’s keyboardist and saxophonist Gabrial McNair said, “You are such a beautiful soul, Tom!! I love you so much and can’t wait get on stage with you!!”
“Sending you so much love Tom. You are such a special soul. What a man,” fellow ’90s rockers Garbage wrote.
Per the World Health Organisation, Parkinson disease is a brain condition that causes problems with movement, mental health, sleep, pain and other health issues.
The condition gets worse over time and there is no cure, but therapies and medicines can reduce symptoms, which include tremors, painful muscle contractions and difficulty speaking.
Other stars who’ve spoken openly about their Parkinson’s disease experiences include Michael J Fox, Linda Ronstadt, Billy Connelly and Alan Alda.
Next month, Dumont will join his No Doubt bandmates, including frontwoman Gwen Stefani, in the band’s 18-show residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas.
“It’s kind of made me think about how grateful I am for the life I’ve gotten to lead as a musician all these years,” he added.
“And it’s thanks to our families and our friends and listeners and you and everyone who’s come out to shows over the years.”
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